Restaurant Manager

Davanni's Pizza & Hot Hoagies; Rogers (MN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced assistant manager to support daily operations in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a team-oriented atmosphere and enjoys motivating others. You will be responsible for fostering a positive culture, setting goals, and ensuring that both staff and customers feel valued. With a focus on leadership, this position offers the opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to a company that has been a beloved part of the community for over 45 years. Join a team that values hard work, fun, and family-like connections!

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Quarterly bonus based on shop performance

Health and Dental Insurance

HSA contributions

Food Bill Allowance

Gas Card

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

401K plan with company match

Discounted tickets to sporting events

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role is essential.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the general manager with daily operations and staff management.
• Nurture positive working relationships with staff and customers.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and provide excellent service.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Communication Skills

Coaching Skills

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

This job is not location specific. We operate 20 restaurants in the Twin Cities Metro area. We are looking for an experienced assistant manager to help the general manager in directing daily business operations. The assistant manager should be experienced in a supervisory role, and be able to confidently set goals, deliver performance feedback, foster teamwork, and clearly communicate business objectives. The AM must be able to competently perform duties in the absence of the general manager.

To be a successful assistant manager, you should eagerly participate in educational and training opportunities. The AM must be able to motivate and positively influence staff, especially during times of low morale. A top candidate for this position must have strong leadership and organizational skills. The AM should be firm, but also approachable. Our desire is to maintain a culture of employees and leaders that Care, Work Hard and Have Fun.

Employee Testimonials:

Ryan from Woodbury (18 years with us): "Davanni's is not just where I work, it is my family. I am a better man today because of the core values taught by Davanni's."

Louise from Bloomington (40 years with us): "I work at Davanni's because the people I work for and with truly care about jobs. They strive to provide a positive, empowering, yet fun atmosphere. Everything associated with Davanni's stands for quality; Our people, our product, and our presence in the communities we serve. To me, Davanni's means family; The company becomes family, your customers become like family. We hire many family members and in some cases, new families are created because many people have met their spouses/significant others while working here."

Abby from Plymouth (5 years with us): "I find that Davanni's holds a lot of opportunities for advancements in the company and in life. Davanni's has been a great place to work and I feel I've made many friends that will hopefully still be around in my life. Davanni's isn't like any other workplace. It's been nothing but a positive experience!"

Benefits/Perks:

• Competitive Salary. Start at a wage up to $53,000 depending on experience
• Quarterly bonus based on shop performance
• Health and Dental Insurance through Health Partners/Delta Dental
• HSA (Health Savings Account) up to $3600 including company contributions for single plan
• Food Bill Allowance of $260 per month to be used at any of our locations
• Gas Card good for gas at Holiday/Circle K Gas Stations - $100 monthly allotment
• Paid Time Off (18 days per year to start)
• Life insurance - $50,000 to start with one time option for additional coverage
• 401K plan with company match
• Other perks such as discounted tickets to sporting events (Vikings, Twins, Wild, Gophers)

Requirements:

• The ability to get along well with others
• A keen interest in being part of a successful company that has been in the Twin Cities market for over 45 years
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Good observation skills
• An ability to deliver constructive criticism
• Computer literate and basic Math skills
• An ability to identify weaknesses and provide coaching where necessary

Responsibilities:

• Cooperating with the general manager, and assisting with anything from project planning to staff management
• Nurturing positive working relationships with staff
• Delegating daily tasks
• Addressing any issues in a timely fashion
• Supervising staff and controlling merchandise
• Ensuring company policies and procedures are followed
• Setting a good example for staff
• Provide a great service experience for our customers
• Ensure that we are providing the best product we can to keep our customers coming back